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306349 (v.1) Information Studies 531 - Internet Content Management


 

Area:

Department of Media and Information

Credits:

25.0

Contact Hours:

3.0

Seminar:

1 x 3 Hours Weekly

Syllabus:

Management of the content of websites including - metadata planning and design, indexing capabilities, use of classification schemes and thesauri, version control, provision of search facilities and dynamic access to external databases. Emphasis is on the management of website and intranet content to ensure the integrity and accuracy of data and the appropriate delivery of information to users.
 

Unit Outcomes:

On successful completion of this unit, students will have- The ability to describe what exactly constitutes Internet content. Examined the relationship between technological solutions and human intervention in the planning of content management. An understanding of the management issues in content management including the assigning of responsibility. Knowledge of the principles which underpin the various ways in which information can be structured for Internet delivery. Practical experience of relevant software which aids in content management. The ability to select consistent indexing terms for Internet material. An understanding of the issues involved in the preservation of digital data.

Texts and references listed below are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Some units taught offshore are modified at selected locations. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information and approved offshore variations to unit information before finalising study and textbook purchases.

Unit References:

Boiko, B. (2001), Content management bible. New York, Wiley. Blackmore, P. (2001), Intranets: a guide to their design, implementation and management. London, Aslib. Day, M and Heery, R. (2001). Metadata: An Introduction and Practical Guide. London, LA Press. Griffiths, P. (2000), Managing your Internet and intranet services: the information and library professional's guide to strategy. London, Library Association. Hackos, J. (2002), Content management for dynamic web delivery. New York, Wiley. Hammerich, I. and Harrison, C. (2001), Developing online content: the principles of writing and editing for the web. New York, Wiley. Nakano, R. (2002), Web content management: a collaborative approach. Boston, Addison Wesley.

Unit Texts:

No prescribed texts.
 

Unit Assessment Breakdown:

Essay 30%, Evaluative report 30%, Technical exercises 40%. This is by grade/mark assessment.

Field of Education:

 91301 Librarianship and Information Management

HECS Band (if applicable):

1  

Extent to which this unit or thesis utilises online information:

 Fully Online  

Result Type:

 Grade/Mark


Availability

YearLocationPeriodInternalArea ExternalCentral External
2004Bentley CampusSemester 1  Y
2004Bentley CampusSemester 2Y Y

Area
External
refers to external course/units run by the School or Department, offered online or through Web CT, or offered by research.
Central
External
refers to external course/units run through the Curtin Bentley-based Distance Education Area

 
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